Each year wildfire sweeps across thousands of acres of Texas. Tracy Weaver of the Texas Forest Service shows some things homeowners can do to protect their homes and property from the ravages of wildfire. (6 min., 38 sec.)
For over half a century, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) has given a voice to the minority communities business and homeowner needs. Better known as the "Realtists," the association recently installed its second Texan, Vincent Wimbish as president. Meet NAREB , and take a few minutes to learn more about the organization and some of its views on today's real estate industry. (11 min. 12 sec.)
As usual, Dr. Mark Dotzour had the undivided attention of Realtors when he spoke at their 2009 convention in Dallas. In response to request from those who missed his “Economic Outlook for Home Sales in Texas”, here is the full video version. (24 min. 36 sec.)
In "Here Come da Judge," the second case in a six-part ethics series, a client is "singing the blues" over a land purchase. Problems with the EPA have left him in a quandary. Some of the solutions offered are not ethical. What should he do? You be the judge. (3 min. 1 sec.)
From the vault of the Real Estate Center comes this 1999 classic, "Selling in the Melting Pot." Understanding cultural differences and preparing for them may make the difference in whether you make a sale. This video offers suggestions, cautions and examples illustrating that not all buyers are the same. Do your homework, and move to the head of the class. (24 min. 4 sec.)
The Real Estate Center is on the move – literally. This brief video gives you an idea of what’s been happening at the Center’s new location . Appropriately, it is on Research Parkway in the Texas A&M University Research Park.(1 min. 48 sec.)
Dr. Mark Dotzour was the featured speaker at the 2009 Houston Roundtable. Here are some highlights of his presentation looking at the future of commercial real estate in Texas and the United States. (47 min. 7 sec.)
Texas Wildfire
The Realtists
Economic Outlook
Ethical Dilemma
The Melting Pot
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